The roots of the American Staffordshire Terrier, also known as the Amstaff can be traced back to 19th century England. The cross between the bulldog and terrier resulted in a dog that possessed desirable attributes of each breed. It was originally called Bull-and-Terrier Dog, Half and Half, Pit Dog or Pit Bullterrier. Later it received the name of Staffordshire Bull Terrier in England.
These dogs were brought to America starting in the 1850s and they became known as Pit Dog, Pit Bull Terrier, American Bull Terrier and later on Yankee Terrier. They were recognized in 1898 by the United Kennel Club as American Pit Bull Terrier. The American Kennel Club recognized this breed as Staffordshire Terrier in 1936, but the name was changed in 1976 to American Staffordshire Terrier. These dogs were used in dog fighting and became very famous for their fighting skills. After dog fighting became illegal at the beginning of the 1900s, the breed was split in two groups: one for show, which is the Amstaff of today and one for fights which is today’s American Pit Bull Terrier.
The American Staffordshire Terrier are loving, playful and loyal dogs who love spending time with the members of their human family. However, play time with children should always be supervised. It is very muscular for its size, which means that its appearance can be intimidating for strangers and other dogs. Amstaff has short ears, which are often cut even shorter. Just like the Pitbull, the Amstaff has a tough appearance, with a large head and black round eyes which are set apart from each other. They have powerful jaws, and their bite can be very dangerous. Their muscular build and their reputation of being aggressive dogs act as deterrents for intruders, however that reputation is mostly undeserved.
The life expectancy of an Amstaff is between 10 and 15 years.
A female can give birth to between five to ten puppies at a time.
The American Staffordshire Terrier is generally a healthy dog, but they are predisposed to a few health problems which every owner should be watching out for. They are prone to urinary tract infections, skin allergies and autoimmune diseases. They may also develop osteoarthritis in the latter part of their life.
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Great video! I just got a puppy.
I have a third gen staffador, looks just like an amstaff with a black coat w the white chest but the tips of her black hair have that light brown chocolate lab color. She has a good amount of prey drive but I can control her with commands as she's very very smart, and she gets along with all other animals/people unless they're strangers and she's on our property, than she will bark at you till I say it's fine.
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And Sgt. Stabby wood none as a Pitbull. But I know, Amstaff and APT has the same History Line. That is Curiosity😝. ✌️🇦🇹👍 I had an APT Black Pit Male. Whit his name Crip. And now belong over 7 Years, an Trie Color Amstaff female, White, Broun, whit little Black over the Ays. Name Honor. Both are the Best Dog's, are all over the Dog's! 👍👌
Some of the finest animals for a good owner… too many bad people ruin a great dog of any breed